dryer
|dry/er|
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/ˈdraɪər/
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/ˈdraɪə/
(dry)
free from moisture
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dryer' originates from the Old English word 'dryge,' where 'dry' meant 'free from moisture.'
Historical Evolution
'dryge' transformed into the Middle English word 'drie,' and eventually became the modern English word 'dry.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'free from moisture,' but over time it evolved to also refer to devices that remove moisture.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a machine or device used to remove moisture from clothing, hair, or other items.
She put the wet clothes in the dryer.
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Last updated: 2025/01/27 09:40